CPU Comparison
AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225H
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE is a 6-core, 12-thread AM5 desktop APU built on AMD’s Gorgon Point SoC, combining Zen 5 and Zen 5c CPU cores, a Radeon 840M RDNA 3.5 iGPU, and an XDNA 2 NPU with up to 50 TOPS of AI compute in a 35 W envelope for business and professional AI PCs.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Six hybrid cores and 50 TOPS NPU accelerate office, browser-based, and AI-assisted productivity tasks effectively within the 35 W power envelope.
14 cores provide smooth performance, though the low base clock can cause lag in bursty tasks.
Gaming
Radeon 840M is sufficient for older or e-sports titles at 1080p low, but not a substitute for a discrete GPU for modern AAA gaming.
The Arc 130T iGPU handles esports and older AAA titles well at 1080p medium settings.
Virtualization
Good for light VM workloads; ECC support and AMD-Vi aid business virtualization scenarios, though heavy multi-VM loads may favor higher-TDP CPUs.
Adequate for light VMs, but limited by 28W base power and 8 PCIe lanes.
Efficiency
Very high performance per watt at 35 W, ideal for small-form-factor and always-on business desktops where thermals and acoustics matter.
LP-E cores ensure exceptional battery life during idle and light tasks.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Up to 50 TOPS NPU meets Microsoft Copilot+ PC requirements for desktop AI experiences.
- Well-suited for local LLM inference, AI-assisted coding, and office AI features.
- Not intended for large-scale model training; more for inference and on-device AI workloads.
- 83 TOPS easily meets Copilot+ PC requirements
- Arc GPU handles the bulk of AI workloads
- 13 TOPS NPU handles background AI efficiently
Content Creation
Gaming
- 4 CU RDNA 3.5 iGPU is entry-level; best suited for e-sports and older titles at 1080p.
- Modern AAA games typically require low settings and often benefit from a discrete GPU.
- CPU/NPU side is relatively strong; the iGPU is the main gaming limiter.
- Arc 130T is a major leap over previous Intel iGPUs
- Best suited for 1080p gaming
- Performance scales well when OEMs allow higher power limits
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- 50 TOPS NPU for local Copilot+ and AI workloads
- Hybrid Zen 5/Zen 5c cores balance performance and efficiency
- 35 W default TDP enables compact, quiet systems
- AMD PRO manageability and security features for business
- Modern AM5 platform with DDR5 and PCIe 4.0
Cons
- Radeon 840M iGPU is weak for modern gaming
- Only 12 usable CPU PCIe 4.0 lanes for GPU + NVMe
- Locked multiplier limits manual overclocking
- No LPDDR5 support; DDR5 only
- OEM-focused; limited DIY retail availability
Pros
- Excellent power efficiency via LP-E cores
- Strong Arc 130T integrated graphics
- Capable 83 TOPS AI performance
- Flexible DDR5 and LPDDR5X support
- Good battery life
Cons
- Low 1.7 GHz base clock limits sustained performance
- Limited to 8 CPU-direct PCIe Gen 5 lanes
- No overclocking support
- Reliant on OEMs for proper power tuning
Competitors & Alternatives
AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225URival
Low-Power Business Mobile/Desktop Hybrid
- AMD Ryzen 5 8600GRival
Mainstream AM4/AM5 APU
- Compare head-to-headAMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GERival
Lower-End PRO APU
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core Ultra 5 225HRival
Performance Thin-and-Light Business
- Compare head-to-headAMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GERival
Higher-End PRO APU
- AMD Ryzen 5 9600X + Discrete GPUAlt
If gaming and CPU-heavy workloads are primary, a standard Ryzen 5 plus entry-level dGPU will outperform the 440GE’s iGPU at similar or slightly higher total system power.
Intel Core Ultra 5 225H
- AMD Ryzen 7 8840HSRival
Thin-and-Light
- Compare head-to-headApple M3Rival
Premium Mobile
If you need more power and don't mind a thicker laptop with worse battery life.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen AI 9 365Alt
Strong alternative if you prioritize battery life and AI efficiency.
Our Verdict on Each
A capable, efficient business APU with strong local AI acceleration and modern AM5 platform features, though its iGPU is modest for gaming and heavy GPU workloads.
Best for: Business or professional desktop needing local AI, ECC, and AMD PRO manageability in a compact, low-power AM5 system.
Read the full reviewThe 225H provides a solid balance of multi-core performance and efficiency for everyday laptops, though its 28W base power limits peak performance compared to HX-series chips.
Best for: Purchasing a premium thin-and-light laptop for work, school, and light gaming.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE or Intel Core Ultra 5 225H?
Based on our editorial ratings, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE comes out ahead with a score of 8.2/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which is faster for gaming, AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE or Intel Core Ultra 5 225H?
For gaming, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H leads with a gaming performance score of 75/100 among AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE and Intel Core Ultra 5 225H.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 225H has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE (35 W), Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (28 W).
Do AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE and Intel Core Ultra 5 225H use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE: AM5, Intel Core Ultra 5 225H: Intel BGA 2049), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 225H has the most cores. Core counts: AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE (6 cores), Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (14 cores).